Hallormsstaðaskóli

School

An educational and cultural center has been operating in Hallormsstaður for over 90 years. Teaching at the school has always been characterized by sustainability ideals, practical craft knowledge has been woven together with the ethics of using nature, science, local recourses and sensitivity to contemporary times, society, culture and history.

Hallormsstaðarskóli offers a unique learning environment where the intangible cultural heritage, creative sustainability knowledge and traditional crafts of previous generations are examined in a new light and linked together with new technology, scientific knowledge and contemporary ideological priorities.

Policy and values

At Hallormsstaðskóli we focus on:

A CONVERSATION WITH THE PAST

The transmission of knowledge between generations is important. Traditional crafts, production methods and folk culture of the past contain valuable knowledge.

At Hallormsstaðskóli we focus on rethinking the future and daily life in the present in a creative way with the past as a guide. We look for the new in the old and tackle the challenges of today with the lessons of previous generations in our suitcase.

knowledge of the hands

We are concerned about connecting theory and practice. The mission of the school is to create opportunities, possibilities and facilities to research, develop and cultivate knowledge, creativity and practical skills,

Through the process of creation and craftsmanship, awareness of raw materials and ecosystems is strengthened. We want to increase knowledge and understanding of materials, ecosystems, society and culture in order to realize our own responsibility and how we can take responsibility.

creative sustainability

The concept of sustainability is controversial and constantly evolving. At Hallormsstaðskóli, we take into account the seasons, weather and winds, but also issues that appear to us in our daily lives. The challenges of the future require new thinking, active listening, creative solutions and an analytical approach.

We focus on promoting knowledge and ecosystem awareness, as well as training critical thinking and the sharing of knowledge and delving deep into our joy of play and creativity..

POWERFUL EDUCATION

We emphasize education that supports sustainability in all areas. The school's goal is to graduate solution-oriented students with a solid knowledge base, the ability to communicate knowledge, work skills and skills, and the courage, strength and courage to try new ways.

We focus on strengthening students' faith in their own abilities and potential to initiate change. The program is in constant development, students actively participate in its development and are encouraged to take initiative and experiment.

RENEWAL AND WELLNESS

We place great emphasis on well-being as the basis of transformation to sustainability. We need to raise awareness of our responsibility and the consequences of our lifestyle and consumption behaviour. We need to develop understanding and relationships with the earth's ecosystem and life. We also need to learn to take responsibility and look for ways to create a good and nourishing life for ourselves that does not come on the cost of other people and the earth's life.

We need to find ways to care for the earth and give back. We need a long-term plan, but to be able to implement it, we need counterspace and nourishment in the present.

COLLABORATION

Creative solutions and unexpected ideas are created in conversation and cooperation between different parties, across disciplines and disciplines. Together we are stronger. In our opinion, this is the basis of responsible innovation that meets the challenges of today.

We work closely with the local community and emphasize a learning environment where collaboration and active listening are the guiding principles. Collaboration with institutions, experts and experienced professionals is valuable, and we emphasize being a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration that is guided by creative sustainability and socially responsible innovation.

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